Below Average
#826 of 883 private schools in TX
Melinda Webb School
Elementary School
3100 SHENENDOAH ST, Houston, TX 77021
Enrollment
32
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
32
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#826 of 883
In Houston
#99 of 104
public schools
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Melinda Webb School
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About Melinda Webb School
Melinda Webb School is a private elementary school in Houston, TX. Melinda Webb School serves approximately 32 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Melinda Webb School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #826 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 32 students, Melinda Webb School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Melinda Webb School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Melinda Webb School compares to 418 public schools serving similar grades in Houston, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Melinda Webb School (this school) | 4.4 |
| THOMPSON EL | 8.5 |
| LOCKHART EL | 5.0 |
| THE LAWSON ACADEMY | 4.6 |
| MACGREGOR EL | 5.7 |
| FOSTER EL | 6.4 |
| BLACKSHEAR EL | 6.0 |
| WHIDBY EL | 4.7 |
| BEATRICE MAYES INSTITUTE CHARTER SCHOOL | 5.2 |
| ARABIC IMMERSION MAGNET SCHOOL | 8.2 |
| ROBERTS EL | 8.8 |
| HARTSFIELD EL | 4.6 |
| POE EL | 7.4 |
| ELEVATE COLLEGIATE | 2.0 |
| KIPP PEACE EL | 5.9 |
| PECK EL | 5.2 |
| YOUNG EL | 8.0 |
| SOUTHSIDE EL | 4.8 |
| RICE SCH /LA ESCUELA RICE | 6.6 |
| ELLA J BAKER MONTESSORI SCHOOL | 7.9 |
| CAGE EL | 7.5 |
Showing 20 of 418 schools. View all schools in Houston
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in TX.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in TX
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
3100 SHENENDOAH ST, Houston, TX 77021
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Melinda Webb School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THOMPSON EL (rated 8.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE JOY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FOSTER EL (rated 6.4/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST MARY OF THE PURIFICATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Houston | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| LOCKHART EL Houston | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| THOMPSON EL Houston | 0.8 mi | 8.5 |
| ENERGY INSTITUTE H S Houston | 1.1 mi | 9.0 |
| MACGREGOR EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| THE LAWSON ACADEMY Houston | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| ST PAUL'S SCHOOL Houston | 1.4 mi | — |
| M.O.M. EARLY CHILDHOOD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Houston | 1.3 mi | — |
| YOUNG WOMEN'S COLLEGE PREP ACADEMY Houston | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| CULLEN MIDDLE Houston | 1.5 mi | 3.4 |
| FOSTER EL Houston | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| PRESBYTERIAN SCHOOL Houston | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| BLACKSHEAR EL Houston | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| THE JOY SCHOOL Houston | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| YATES H S Houston | 1.7 mi | 3.7 |
| BAYLOR COLLEGE OF MEDICINE ACADEMY AT RYAN Houston | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| BECKER EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Houston | 1.7 mi | — |
| WHIDBY EL Houston | 1.9 mi | 4.7 |
| HCC LIFE SKILLS PROGRAM Houston | 1.9 mi | 4.7 |
| FIRST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Houston | 1.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77021 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$45,034
Median Home Value
$203,900
Median Rent
$1,193/mo
Population
24,884
College Educated
33.9%
Homeownership
39.8%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
28.7%
Median Age
36.8
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|---|---|
| BAY AREA MONTESSORI HOUSE Houston, TX | 4.4 |
| ST PAUL'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Woodville, TX | 4.4 |
| CHILDRENS BUILDING BLOCKS Tomball, TX | 4.5 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF DOWNTOWN SILVERLAKE Pearland, TX | 4.5 |
| UNIVERSITY PARK UMC WEEKDAY SCHOOL Dallas, TX | 4.6 |
| LAKE CONROE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Conroe, TX | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Melinda Webb School
What grades does Melinda Webb School serve?
Melinda Webb School serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Melinda Webb School?
Melinda Webb School has an enrollment of approximately 32 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Melinda Webb School?
The student-teacher ratio at Melinda Webb School is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Melinda Webb School rank in TX?
Melinda Webb School ranks #826 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is Melinda Webb School's MySchoolScout rating?
Melinda Webb School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Melinda Webb School a private school?
Yes, Melinda Webb School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Melinda Webb School a religious school?
No, Melinda Webb School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 32
- Gender Split
- 3% M / 97% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Phone
- (713) 337-6405
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